Free Solar System | Tucson Home Show

January 6, 7 & 8, 2012

Tucson Convention Center

Arizona Energy Pros is a Tucson Solar installer with 30 years in business. Come to the Arizona State Home show to sign up to win a free solar system and and a yard makeover. $20,000 value!

Tucson Home Show

Make this the year to transform your home into an energy efficient and greener one. Save money and become a better steward of the earth. Find out what the latest innovations are in green building products and sustainable practices. Compare, learn and save! See everything for the home, including home improvement, landscape products and services, decorating, design, entertainment and much, much more!

The Arizona State Home Show has grown to become one of the largest home shows held in the South Western United States market. There will be numerous “How To” demonstrations and seminars by leading experts in the fields of green building, landscaping, remodeling, finance, cooking, construction and much more.


Photos of Solar Installations

Solar installation in Mesa, AZ. Arizona Energy Pros solar installer.
Solar installation in Mesa, Az done by Arizona Energy Pros, a local solar installer.
Solar installation Green Valley
Solar installation in Green Valley, Az done by Arizona Energy Pros, a local solar installer.
 Peoria Solar installation
Solar installation in Peoria, Az done by Arizona Energy Pros, a local solar installer.
Tucson Solar installation
Solar installation in Oro Valley -Tucson, Az done by Arizona Energy Pros, a local solar installer.
 Scottsdale Solar installation
Solar installation in Scottsdale, Az done by Arizona Energy Pros, a local solar installer.
Phoenix solar installater
Solar installation in Phoenix, Az done by Arizona Energy Pros, a local solar installer.

Residential Solar Customers

 

Arizona Energy Pros is a solar installer in Phoenix and Tucson with 30 years of experience. Please call us for a list for our referrals. 480-420-7869

Ed Korte – 10kw solar panel system. Installed in September of 2010.

Testimonial of Installed Solar System Customer in Oro Vallay, Tucson, Arizona.Ed Korte’s solar system was installed by Arizona Energy Pros in September of 2010. Oro Valley solar installer in Phoenix and Tucson with 30 years of experience.

Laurene Ness Braden – 5kw solar panel system. Installed in October of 2011.

Testimonial of Installed Solar System Customer in Sun City West, Arizona.
Laurene and Leonard’s solar system was installed by Arizona Energy Pros in October of 2011. Sun City West solar installer in Phoenix and Tucson with 30 years of experience.

Rita Burlando – 5kw solar panel system. Installed in November of 2011.

Pictures of installed solar system customer in Sun City West, Arizona.Sun City West Solar Installer

Sun City West Solar Installer - Rita Burlando


Green Valley Lanes Goes Solar

Arizona Energy Pros installs a 30KW solar system on Green Valleys largest bowling alley.

Commercial Solar Installer in Tucson and Pheonix

Green Valley Lanes  – Address: 1100 W Beta St., Green Valley, AZ 85614. Phone: (520) 625-5463

System Size: 30kw
Modules: REC 240w panels
Inverters: 7.5kw and 10kw Fronius Inveters
Energy Efficiency: 3 Phase Industrial Capacitors

Energy Savings: $3,991 /per year

Incentives to Customer: ($117,333)
Net Purchase Cost: $63,387
Incentives in Later Years: $11,419
Cash Gained over Life: $283,255
Cashflow Payback: 3.5 years
Internal Rate of Return (IRR): 23.5%
Modified IRR (MIRR): 10.6%
Net Present Value (NPV): $123,015
Sect. 179 & MACRS Bonus Depreciation: $90,495
Total Panel Area: 2,477 sq-ft
System Peak Power: 30.03 kW DC (28.829 kW AC, 26.399 kW CEC)
Annual Production: 50,353 kWh. Supplying 14% of annual electric use

Green Lalley Lanes Solar Installation 1

Green Lalley Lanes Solar Installation 2

Green Lalley Lanes Solar Installer 2

Green Lalley Lanes Solar Installation 3

 


Solar: Hope Project

Arizona Energy Pros donates financial and logistical assistance to the Solar: Hope Project.

Solar: Hope Project

About the Solar: Hope Project

We are a not for profit Organization based out of Gilbert, Arizona. We are passionate about Sustainable Living and ways of improving life for less fortunate people. We have come together with Stardust from ASU to creatively find a better way of life through the residual donation of Solar Energy.

2011-12′ Project

La Esperanza Children’s Home just outside of Puerto Penasco, Mexico has 43 children living there now and will have 54 in the very near future. Guillermo Zapata and his family run the Orphanage and will keep receiving kids with no additional funding from the Mexican government. Alot of these children have come from horrible backgrounds and situations you can’t imagine. Things that we take for granted every day like hot water for showers will be a first for most of these kids. The facility uses an average of $1,100.00 U.S. of electricity to run the 5 main structures on the grounds. We plan on installing a 200 panel, 40 kilowatt solar power system to eliminate the monthly power bill indefinitely. Leaving with the monthly, bill will be any stress, giving them peace of mind. The solar panels will be replacing the power bill, leaving them approximately $13,000 U.S. per year to devote to more important things such as education, religious, sports programs, ect. Finally and maybe most important, by installing the system we will set an example to the surrounding community, showing them that there is another way. By leaving educational material about Solar Energy at the project and leading by example, we hope to inspire a younger generation to get involved in the Green Living Movement.


Solar Installations

Commercial Solar Installer in Tucson and Pheonix

Is Solar Right For Your Business?

Answer these three questions:

  1. Do you pay too much in electricity?
  2. Are you upset with increasing annual electricity rates?
  3. Do you own the building and intend on staying for more than 5 years?

If you answered yes to all three of these, then the answer is absolutely YES.

Solar power is a great financial solution for many business owners.

The rebates, tax, and grant incentives are making solar installations a smart investment.  Take advantage of our solar offering today. Reduce or eliminate your electric bill by generating clean and renewable energy from solar.

We will customize a solar solution specific for your business building and your electrical usage. Call us at 480-420-7869 or fill out the form below to schedule your Free Energy Analysis and Solar Quote.

Step 1 – DISCOVERY: The Energy Audit

Every business is unique and solar technology does not make sense for everyone. In order to determine if solar makes sense for your business, a Solar Pro will meet with you to understand your energy needs and financial goals; collect 12 months of energy bills to determine how much energy your business is using; find out how much space is available to deploy solar. Finally, many of the incentives are tax based; so we will need to understand your tax situation. This should not take more than 40 minutes.

Step 2 – FINANCIAL ANALYSIS

Once all of the information has been collected, Arizona Solar Pros we will prepare a complete financial analysis of your solar project, including annual cost savings, payback calculations, and cash flow analysis. We will also identify the rebates, tax credits, grants, and depreciation that significantly decreases the net cost of your system.

Step 3 – PROPOSAL

Once you have determined that solar makes financial sense for your business, we will have our engineers propose a solution for your solar energy needs. Once we have determined what is best for you, we will discuss what technology we have selected and why we selected it. If there is more than one solution we will discuss the cost and benefit of each solution.

Step 4 – DECISION TO PROCEED

After we have put together a financial and technical solution that you feel comfortable with, there are three things that must be done in order to proceed.

  1. Arizona Solar Pros will apply for a utility rebate for you. APS and TEP award rebates on a competitive basis. The pool of rebate money is limited compared to the number of companies that request rebates. If you do not secure a rebate the first time, we will discuss applying again at a more competitive rate.
  2. The utility requirements are that we have a contract signed within 30 days of the assignment of the rebate. The contract will be contingent on financing and on a rebate awarded by the utility.
  3. Your Arizona Solar Pros consultant will help you evaluate the financing options that are available (loan, lease, power purchase agreement). Our financial partners will need three years audited financials and tax records.

Step 5 – ENGINEERING AND DESIGN

High quality starts with good design. Our engineering team will custom design your solar power system based on your facility’s architecture, and electrical needs. Arizona Solar Pros will work with the solar equipment manufacturers with the latest technology to design high performance solar systems. The design process includes:

  • An in depth engineering and logistical analysis.
  • Electrical design.
  • Structural analysis and design if needed.
  • Drawing submission to the permitting authorities.
  • Drawing submisson to the utility for approval.

Step 6 – PROCUREMENT AND INSTALLATION

Arizona Solar Pros professional installation teams will install your system to our high standards. Lead times vary greatly depending on the technology that we will be using, but commercial typically range from 1-4 weeks depending on the size and complexity of your system. We will work closely with you to ensure minimal disruption to your business. Our project managers oversee all the building permits, inspections and connections to the utility grid.

Step 7 – OPERATIONS, MAINTENANCE, AND MONITORING

A monitoring system can be included with your system. This interface will show solar irradiance, system output, pollution avoided and other performance data on any PC with internet access. We will continue to provide ongoing support including:

  • Train your facilities personnel on monitoring and maintenance.
  • Administration and execution of all warranty coverage.
  • Field service and technical support, if required.
  • Submit any remaining rebate or incentive paperwork.

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How To Save Electricity

Every year the utility companies charge more and more for electricity and it gets more and more expensive for us to pay the bills. Read on to find useful tips on how you can save electricity and reduce your utility bill with this handy selection of energy saving tips.

Tips to Save Electricity & Lower Your Electric Bill

The best way to know if you are wasting electricity is to do something called an Energy Audit. An Energy Audit (Home Performance Test) will tell you if your home can be improved or modified to maximize energy efficiency.

The biggest electricity users in the home tend to be heating and/or air conditioning, water heating, washing machines, tumble dryers, dishwashers, lighting, and the refrigerator. When looking to save electricity, spend the most time focusing on these big energy hogs to get the biggest effect for your efforts.

Here are a selection of tips to help you to reduce your electricity consumption:

1. Replace ALL bulbs in your home with CFL bulbs (the spiral flourescent bulbs) This can save you hundreds of dollars a year as well as reducing your energy used from the power company! Replace halogen spotlights with much more efficient and longer lasting LED Lights.

2. Turn off your television, video, hifi, playstation, and other entertainment devices when they are not being used.

3. Do not leave your television etc in standby mode. Devices can use up to 90% as much power in standby mode as when they are on, so it is a serious waste of energy when a device is left constantly on standby. If you keep forgetting, consider purchasing a device which automatically cuts power to appliances when they go into standby mode.

4 .Use less air conditioning when possible or turn the AC to a warmer temperature. This can be achieved by turning your a/c off when your not home (its alot easier to cool a home in 30 minutes than to let the air run for 8 hours while your at work).

5. Turn down your heating system thermostat. For every degree you lower your heat between 60° and 70° F you can reduce your heating bill by up to 5%. Wear an extra layer of clothing in the house so that you stay warm. Turn down individual radiators – for example, 16°-18° is warm enough for bedrooms whereas 20°-22°C is more comfortable in bathrooms. Rooms that are rarely used can have their heating turned all the way down or off.

6. Turn off outside lighting after 1 am, instead of allowing the lights to run for eight or more hours a night.

7. Hang your clothes out to dry rather than using an electric tumble dryer. Ideally use a spin dryer before using the tumble dryer.

8. Keep the refrigerator door closed, and adjust the thermostat to keep it cold, but not overly cold, try a med-low setting

9. Cook many items at the same time when your electric oven is hot.

10. Adjust your hot water heater down to 110 degrees to save money heating water, also try using as little hot water as possible, washing laundry in cold water, can save you over 200 a year. Also consider using less hot water in the shower by taking a cooler shower or shortening the time your in. You can also insulate your hot water heater, and water lines, to make them more energy efficient!

11. Use a microwave to reheat food or to cook small portions. Although a microwave uses a lot of power, it does so over a very short time and so saves energy overall.

12. Purchase Energy Star appliances (washing machines, tumble driers, fridges etc). Although they usually cost a little more initially, the cost savings in electricity will cover that many times over. As an added benefit, efficient items are usually better made and last longer than inefficient models.

13. Powered down computers when not in use! This is huge, computers suck a lot of juice, and therefore create a lot of heat, causing your central air to run more often, costing you money all the way around.

14. Keep your fridge full, but not so full that air cannot circulate properly.

15. Do not use small electrical devices for lighting (nightlight) or pest control (device that plugs in and emits a “sound” driving pests out) using these types of devices can raise your electric bill 10-20 dollars a month.

16. Keep windows covered to prevent light from entering the home during the day, solar radiation (sunlight) can be your air conditioners worst enemy. Just by using solar blinds or curtains, or even window tint, you can cut cost’s by as much as fifteen percent!

17. Fold clothes straight out of the tumble drier while they are still warm to save on ironing.

18. Hang dry your denim! Not only does this prolong the life of your jeans, but taking just 10 minutes off of a dry cycle can save you a few bucks, PER LOAD!!!

19. Try using natural lighting when possible through the day, I reccomend opening the blinds or cutrains whenever you need light, and closing them when you dont.

20. Vacuum clean the condenser coils at the back or underneath your fridge freezer. Accumulated dust reduces their efficiency by up to 25% adding that cost to your electricity bill.

21. Do not put uncovered liquids into the fridge. Their evaporation will make the fridge have to work harder.

22. Heat only as much water as you require for drinks and cooking.

23. Use a convection oven. A small fan inside circulates hot air throughout the oven cutting cooking times by up to 30%.

24. Don’t preheat the oven for roasting.

25. Don’t keep opening the oven door. Every time you do so, your oven loses 20°C of heat.

26. Put lamps in the corner of a room so that the light is reflected off two walls.

27. Turn down the temperature on your washing machine. Heating the water uses the majority of the electricity, so by doing a warm wash instead of a hot wash, big savings are possible.

28. Defrost frozen food in the fridge since this helps to cool the fridge.

29. Running a full load in an efficient dishwasher will use less hot water than washing up by hand in the sink! Save money, save time, and save electricity.

30. Boil water in a kettle rather than on a hob to save 50-70% of the energy and to get your water boiled faster.

31. In the summer use ceiling fans on a fast setting instead of air conditioning to keep cool. In the winter, running the fans slowly will push warm air collected at ceiling height down to where you want it. (If the slowest setting on your fan is too strong, reverse the direction of the fan in the winter so that the accumulated warm air is blown up against the ceiling and bounces more gently down around the walls and into the living space.

Do You Have Suggestions?

If you have any suggestions on how electricity can be saved in the home, please comment below:


Phoenix & Tucson | Solar Lease Options

Call 480-420-7869 for a FREE SOLAR QUOTE?

Solar LeaseAt Arizona Energy Pros we believe that investing in a solar system should be accessible and affordable for everyone. Now, getting clean solar energy from solar systems provided by Arizona Energy Pros is affordable. In fact, it’s a no brainer!

We offer three solar lease options:

  1. A Prepaid Solar Lease
  2. Zero Down Solar Lease
  3. Money Down Solar Lease

The Prepaid Solar Lease

This is the best option for those who want the least out of pocket expense over the life of the system. It is also the leasing option that is as close to actually owning a system, while still getting all the benefits of getting a solar lease. However, this requires a larger upfront expenditure than the money down lease, but it is still less than purchasing the system up-front. The upside to this option is that the lessee will not have any additional lease payments under this arrangement.

Both the money down and the prepaid lease can offer a high rate of return, often over 10%. However, actual system ownership provides greater overall savings.

Also, we do not need to run your credit on a prepaid lease!

Zero Down Solar Lease

A zero down solar lease is a good fit for homeowners who do not have the upfront capital needed to purchase the solar system outright or who do not qualify for a low interest home equity loan (because there’s not enough equity in their home). Zero down solar leases are great for this type of homeowner, particularly those who are pursuing solar for environmental reasons rather than long term financial savings.

We have a solar lease option for homeowners to go solar without any upfront cost and save money from day one.

Go Solar for $0 Down

Now you can afford to go solar without the high initial cost of installing a system. Instead of buying the equipment, you simply lease it. A solar lease is now the most popular residential solar financing option in the country!

  • Save on Electricity Costs from Day One
  • With a solar lease, you pay as you go, instead of all at once. The combination of your low monthly lease payment and smaller electricity bill is typically less than what you pay the utility company today. So you can start saving money from the very first day.
  • Savings Grow Every Year - Your savings can grow over time as utility rates continue to increase. Historically, utility rates have increased over 5% every year. With SolarLease, you can lock in lower electricity rates for the term of your lease.

A Money Down Solar Lease

A money down lease is essentially the same as a zero down lease, except the leasing company usually exempts the lessee from any annual lease increase, and the monthly lease payments are lower. This option makes sense for homeowners who are not comfortable with their lease payments increasing every year and for those who have a small amount of capital to put toward the cost of the system.

Is Leasing a Solar System a Smart Financial Investment?

Yes! Leasing a solar system for your home can be a better investment, in most cases, because you do not have a big upfront payment and you can save your money for other pressing matters. You will be cash flow positive from day one as you save more on your electric bill than the monthly payment on the lease. You also do not have to worry about unexpected repair costs because the solar system is fully covered under a solar lease.

We also includes a free monitoring system with all our solar leases and a free repair service

With a residential solar lease, your system will continue to perform beautifully for years beyond the lease term. Our monitoring system allows us to get alerts to insure continuous up-time of your solar system. This guarantees  performance and reliability throughout the contract.

Guarantee System Performance or You Get Money Back

We guarantee that your solar system will perform as outline in the contract or YOU WILL GET PAID!   We track your solar systems progress throughout the year, to which you will have access to, so we know exactly how much energy is being produced in real-time.

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Discounts on Solar Installations

SOLAR SALE: End of Year Discount

Solar System Discounts by Arizona Energy Pros

Why not take advantage of energy provided by the sun? Why pass up on all the rebates and tax incentives from the government?

 

 

We do not hire high pressure salespeople to come into your home. Nor, will we try to bend the truth just to make a sale. In fact, we’ll even tell you right here on our website how much a system will cost you.

Call us at 602-863-6900 so that we can walk you through a system that would be right for your home.

We can discuss your options over the phone or right in person. It’s the perfect time to start saving money on your utility bill and to invest in a solar system.

UPGRADE YOUR HOME WITH SOLAR WITH ARIZONA ENERGY PROS

We have reduced our prices on all the top name brand solar systems. The same systems that will deliver high performance for decades.


Commercial Services

Energy Saving Solutions and Tips For Your Business

Energy Audit | Solar Lease | Solar Install | Solar Thermal | Lighting Retrofit | Energy Retrofit

Arizona Solar Pros manages everything you need to power your business with solar energy, from system design and financing to installation and ongoing system monitoring. Here are the steps to get started.

Step 1 – DISCOVERY: The Energy Audit

Every business is unique and energy upgrades makes sense for everyone. In order to determine if solar or another energy retrofit makes sense for your business, an Energy Auditor will meet with you to understand your energy needs and financial goals; collect 12 months of energy bills to determine how much energy your business is using. Finally, many of the incentives are tax based; so we will need to understand your tax situation. This should not take more than 30-40 minutes.

Step 2 – FINANCIAL ANALYSIS

We will also identify the rebates, tax credits, grants, and depreciation that significantly decreases the net cost of your installation.

Step 3 – PROPOSAL

Once we have determined what is best for you, we will discuss what technology we have selected and why we selected it. If there is more than one solution we will discuss the cost and benefit of each solution.

  1. Arizona Energy Pros will apply for a utility rebate for you. APS, SRP and TEP award rebates on a competitive basis. The pool of rebate money is limited compared to the number of companies that request rebates. If you do not secure a rebate the first time, we will discuss applying again at a more competitive rate.
  2. The utility requirements are that we have a contract signed within 30 days of the assignment of the rebate. The contract will be contingent on financing and on a rebate awarded by the utility.
  3. Your Arizona Energy Pros consultant will help you evaluate the financing options that are available (loan, lease, power purchase agreement). Our financial partners will need three years audited financials and tax records.

Step 4 – PROCUREMENT AND INSTALLATION

Arizona Energy Pros professional installation teams will install your system to our high standards. Lead times vary greatly depending on the technology that we will be using, but commercial typically range from 1-4 weeks depending on the size and complexity of your system.